From Drugs and Gangs to Dinner and Chefs Just like the Bloomingdale neighborhood has transitioned from an area of drugs, gangs and prostitutes to farmers markets, hipsters and artists, Big Bear Café, 1700 First St. NW, has transitioned from a coffee shop to a restaurant serving

Eateries Celebrate Cherry Blossom Festival From Mar. 20-Apr. 12, Washington welcomes the 103rd anniversary of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Area restaurants are showing their support by serving creative cherry-inspired cocktails and dishes. The Alex at the Graham

José Andrés’ China Chilcano Opens Today Although José Andreás’ newest restaurant, China Chilcano, opens today at 418 Seventh St. NW in the former Olsson’s Books location, both ThinkFoodGroup, his company, and its New York PR company, Baltz Co., have been tight lipped about